ABOUT PATHWAYS

Have you ever thought about becoming a surf lifesaver? Or perhaps you’re already a member and would like to know what other opportunities are available to you within the movement?

Each and every year, thousands of men, women and young adults across the state line up to patrol Queensland’s coastline, providing a vital community service and saving thousands of lives in the process.

However, off the beach and behind the scenes, there are literally hundreds of other jobs and opportunities available to those who aren’t confident in the water or don’t want to get their feet wet. Whether it’s a surf sports coach, a club treasurer, a BBQ coordinator or a junior activities age manager, there’s a role for everyone in surf life saving.

Importantly, becoming a surf lifesaver also offers many opportunities both within and outside of the movement.

There is an almost endless scope of lifesaving-related careers available to members, the likes of taking up a medical profession or joining the Defence Force or other emergency services, and many of these doors are opened and supported by the skills learnt during your time as a surf lifesaver.

The Pathways project is all about showcasing the opportunities that lifesaving opens up to all, regardless of age, gender, shape or size. We’ve used real volunteers to share real stories about their involvement within the movement – how it’s shaped them personally, and benefited them professionally.

Whether you’re a new member, current member or a lifesaver returning after a few years’ break, we encourage you to look through the countless opportunities that are available for you to pursue, both on and off the beach. It might just put you on the pathway to a place you never imagined.

ARE YOU A LIFESAVER?

If you are already involved in surf lifesaving, find new pathways based on your current role. If you are new to surf lifesaving, you can explore all the roles and opportunities available by choosing an area of interest.

Director of Surf Sports

Junior Club Captain

Youth & Membership Development Officer

Further Education roles

Assessor

Community Awareness Presenter

Inflatable Rescue Boat Crew

Inflatable Rescue Boat Driver

Lifeguard

Patrol Captain

Patrol Member – Advanced Resuscitation

Patrol Member – Pain Management

Trainer

Patrol Member - Pain Management

Take your first aid skills to the next level with this important role administering pain relief as part of a beach patrol team.

This course provides participants with the skills and knowledge required by current members or employees of SLSA or its affiliated bodies to be permitted to carry and administer methoxyflurane (the green whistle).

"They’ll always remember you after you save a life. It’s an amazing feeling helping someone out when they’re in need."

GREG

Requirements

Candidates must meet ALL of the following requirements:

Be at least 18 years of age on the date of the final assessment

Hold the Apply (Senior) First Aid Certificate award

Hold the Advanced Resuscitation Techniques Certificate award

Hold the following units of competency:

HLTFA201A or B or HLTFA211A or HLTAID002: Provide basic emergency life support or;
HLTFA301B or C or HLTFA311A: Apply First Aid
HTLAID003: Provide First Aid

Training

Participants undergo four (4) hours of training to correctly identify casualties who are able to be administered and would benefit from methoxyflurane as a pain relief.